Winter Career Expo

January 18, 2012
2pm–6pm
Michigan Union

Cosponsored with MESA

Organizations select this Career Center event to showcase job and/or internship opportunities specifically to UM-Ann Arbor students. They’re coming to see you!
  • For some organizations, Expo is the first step in screening candidates for interviews at The Career Center. Check Career Center Connector (C3) for their on-campus interview dates and deadlines.
  • Expo is the first and only visit to campus for most organizations. Recruiters collect resumes, screen candidates and refer to their website to start the hiring process. Ask these Expo recruiters about next steps and stay connected!
  • It’s never too early to start! Almost half of Expo organizations feature internships.
  • See the Frequently Asked Questions section for Expo tips.

Registration

UM-Ann Arbor Students and Alumni/ae
  • Registration is on-site the day of the event
  • There is no registration fee
  • Bring your student ID
 
Non-UM-Ann Arbor Students
  • This event targets UM-Ann Arbor students, however, non UM-Ann Arbor students may attend
  • Registration is on-site the day of the event
  • There is a $20 registration fee (cash or check)
  • Interviews scheduled to be conducted at The Career Center are for UM-Ann Arbor students only

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to do anything before the Expo? (watch City Year video)

Recruiters say research is the key to a successful job search. So…stand out from the crowd by taking their advice…research organizations before the Expo. Not a lot of spare time? Pick your top 5 organizations, do the research then add more as you can.

What do I wear?

Suits are always appropriate for Expo. Business casual is okay too. Keep in mind, however, “business casual” doesn’t mean “classroom casual.” Organizations say first impressions count, so give some thought to what you wear.

There’s so many organizations here… where do I start? (watch Mango video)

Here are a couple of tips to make it more manageable:

  • Before the Expo, develop your “two-minute commercial”: a brief overview of you—your background and career interests.
  • At Expo, get familiar with the layout: take a minute to review the Expo booklet and room map.
  • When you’re ready, head for your first organization, introduce yourself with a smile and a handshake and begin your “commercial.”
  • Our Career Coaches will be there, so stop by and chat with us if you need some in-the-moment pointers or a confidence boost!

I only have 30 minutes between classes… should I still come?

Yes! but maximize your time by checking the list of organizations before Expo and selecting your top 3-5 organizations. At Expo, register and head straight to your top choice organization. If there’s a long line, move on to the next one. 30 minutes is plenty of time to connect with 2-3 organizations.

It’s all business… isn’t there anything else?

You’re right… job fairs tend to be pretty corporate. Keep in mind, though, “business” is a large field representing a variety of opportunities. At Expo it includes management training programs, human resources, retail, research, marketing, banking, consulting and more. Focus on the job title/description (rather than type of organization) to find positions that fit your interests.

Are you looking at non-profit organizations? While non-profits don’t often attend career fairs, 15-20 typically attend Expo (about 20%).

What do I bring to the Expo?

Bring copies of your resume and pen/notebook. You’ll want your resume as you’re chatting with organizations and the other items may come in handy. If possible, leave your backpack at home—there is no storage space.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Got more questions?

If you don’t find what you’re looking for at the Expo, come chat with us! The Career Center offers a variety of services/resources and we can help you map out a job search plan based on your specific interests. Schedule an advising appointment or e-mail us at careercenter@umich.edu

Participating Organizations

Winter Career Expo Participating Organizations